Tracheal Branches of Inferior Thyroid Artery
Rami tracheales arteriae thyroideae inferioris
Read moreQuick Facts
Origin: Inferior thyroid artery.
Course: Travels medially towards the trachea.
Branches: None.
Supplied Structures: Trachea.
Origin
The tracheal branches originate from the inferior thyroid artery as it ascends in the neck.
Course
From their origin, the tracheal branches travel medially, posterior to the carotid sheath to reach the trachea. When they reach the trachea, the branches form a network of vessels that descend along its length.
Branches
There are no named branches, however, the tracheal branches of the inferior thyroid artery anastomose with the bronchial arteries.
Supplied Structures
The tracheal branches of inferior thyroid artery supply the trachea.
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Artery
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